French Courses

Course Descriptions

FREN 010 French for Travelers (2 units)
Provides basic instruction in French, with an emphasis on the vocabulary and communication
skills needed by the traveler. Cultural aspects of the French-speaking world which
might affect communication when traveling will also be covered. Assumes no prior knowledge
of French. Note: This course does not fulfill the graduation requirement for a language
other than English.

FREN 101 Beginning French I (4 units)
Fundamental of French language and culture, designed to develop basic ability in pronunciation,
reading, conversation, and grammatical structures.

FREN 101 Beginning French II (4 units)
Continuation of French 101. Further development of basic ability in pronunciation,
reading, conversation, and grammatical structures. Prerequisite: FREN 101 or equivalent.

FREN 201 Intermediate French I (3 units)
Continuation of French language fundamentals. Emphasis on the development of the skills
of reading, comprehension, speaking, and writing, and study of French culture. Conducted
in French. Prerequisite: FREN 102 or equivalent.

FREN 202 Intermediate French II (3 units)
Continuation of French 201. Further development of the four skills, with an emphasis
on reading, composition, communication, culture, and review of grammatical structures.
Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 201 or equivalent.

FREN 311 Advanced French (3 units)
Focuses on further development and refinement of the four primary skills in French
(speaking, writing, reading, and listening comprehension), in addition to a study
of cultural factors which affect communication. Conducted in French. Prerequisite:
FREN 202 or equivalent.

FREN 312 French Composition and Advanced Oral Practice (3 units) Advanced-level practice of French through oral and written exercises. Conducted in
French. Prerequisite: FREN 202 or equivalent.

FREN 314 Advanced French for Business (3 units)
Intensive oral and written practice at the advanced level. Focuses on vocabulary,
simulation, and discourse strategies specific to the needs of the business professional.
Conducted in French. Recommended FREN 311. Prerequisite: FREN 202 or equivalent.

FREN 315 Reading and Analysis of French and Francophone Literary Texts (3 units)
Introduction to the principles of literary analysis, based on readings and discussion
of French literature. Literary genres include fiction, theatre, essay, and poetry
from France and the Francophone world. Conducted in French. Prerequisites FREN 311.

FREN 350 Civilization and Culture of France and Francophone World (3 units)
Study of the culture and civilization of the French-speaking world. Analysis of literature,
art, history, geography, and contemporary social structures. Conducted in French.
Prerequisite: FREN 202 or equivalent.

FREN 380 Narrative to Film (3 units)
Designed to explore similarities and differences between the narrative mode and film.
Analyzes a series of novels that have been made into films. Includes theoretical aspects
of writing and film. Conducted in French. Recommended FREN 311. Prerequisite: FREN
202 or equivalent.

FREN 395 Independent Study (1-3 units)
Students may enroll in this course with the consent of the instructor only. The purpose
of this course is to allow students to study their own field of interest within French
and Francophone literature and culture. Readings, written papers and oral discussions
will be guided by the instructor. A minimum of three analytical papers will be required.
Students must meet with the instructor weekly.